Serving 268 students in grades 9-12, Parkway West ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkway West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Parkway West's student population of 268 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Parkway West is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-39%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
92%
14%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Parkway West often compared to?
Parkway Westis often viewed alongside schools like Sayre William L MiddleSchool, West Philadelphia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parkway West?
The graduation rate of Parkway West is 75-79%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Parkway West?
268 students attend Parkway West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Parkway West students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkway West?
Parkway West has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parkway West offer ?
Parkway West offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Parkway West part of?
Parkway West is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
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